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3 things for Congress to consider in HEA reauthorization
As the Senate HELP Committee takes a step towards reauthorization today, the Committee for Economic Development has some thoughts on where they should focus.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 28, 2017 -
ICYMI: #GivingTuesday in higher ed: What is the state of college donations?
Only 3.3% of donors gave more than $5,000, but 91.8% of the donation revenue came from gifts exceeding that amount.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 28, 2017 -
Trendline
Emerging Technology
As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances.
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Sponsored by Matrox
Purdue University uses Matrox encoder for classroom lecture capture and streaming
Matrox Monarch H.264 encoders simplify lecture capture, streaming and archiving at Purdue University.
Nov. 28, 2017 -
Will liberal arts institutions survive amid growing conservative skepticism of higher education?
Trump administration officials and supporters are becoming increasingly critical of the liberal arts experience, and this skepticism undergirds plans to cut public support even more.
By Autumn A. Arnett and Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How much of a boost should institutions give low-income students?
This group often needs help understanding college expenses and aid options. They also may need emergency aid or a connection to social services to stay in school.
By Patti Zarling • Nov. 27, 2017 -
RI to implement performance based funding across state's 3 public schools
The move is part of a greater effort to hold institutions more accountable for student ROI.
By Shalina Chatlani , Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 27, 2017 -
Dive Awards
Finalists announced for 2017 Dive Awards for Higher Education
Finalists for President of the Year, Institution of the Year, Innovation of the Year, Disruption of the Year, and Obsession of the Year revealed ahead of the Dec. 4 release.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Study shows Bridge GED programs help students continue on to college
Classes geared to future careers, one-on-one counseling and time spent in college classrooms encourages GED students to seek higher education after earning their general equivalency certificates.
By Patti Zarling • Nov. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Best and worst college football uniforms of 2017
Spoiler alert: Oregon made both the best and worst lists this season.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 22, 2017 -
How can universities help employers boost employment in the age of automation?
Carnegie Mellon University is constructing a new robotics center that it hopes will help American manufacturers and employees to remain innovative in an economy increasingly reliant on automation.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 22, 2017 -
Two Oakland universities consider sharing campus space
The schools will remain independent but could share some facilities.
By Autumn A. Arnett , Pat Donachie • Nov. 21, 2017 -
AACC, Labor Dept partner with industry to expand, scale apprenticeships
Amid increased attention from the White House, four companies are partnering with the American Association of Community Colleges and the U.S. Department of Labor to strengthen and diversify the workforce pipeline.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Educause 2017: Our recap of higher ed IT's premier gathering
We've rounded up all of our coverage from the annual mega-gathering in one place for your convenience.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How can tech transfer offices evolve to support innovation?
A new report from the APLU details the ways in which technology transfer offices can better serve their schools and the economic health of an institution's surrounding region.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Colleges combat food waste through innovation, dedicated buy-in
Colleges and universities waste more than 20 million pounds of food each year, and initiatives to reduce food waste could be a benefit to colleges and surrounding communities.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Chatham president: It's time for institutions to help address climate change
David Finegold says schools are in a unique position to train future leaders, do scientific research and work with government leaders to promote change.
By Patti Zarling • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Senate HELP Committee takes step towards HEA reauthorization
A Nov. 28 hearing will focus primarily on FAFSA simplification, Committee Chairman Sen. Lamar Alexander says.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Globalizing curriculum depends on both students and faculty
A new study finds that students feel permitted to express diverse ideas, but the efficacy of such engagement depends on faculty.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Hollins President Pareena Lawrence talks driving equity for women, minorities
Lawrence talks about attracting international students, considering needs of female faculty and students, and the business case for diversity.
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Drones find a place in campus security, marketing
Colleges and universities are increasingly using unmanned aviation vehicles, or drones, for a variety of reasons, from educational opportunities for students to critical campus monitoring processes.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 16, 2017 -
How to enhance fundraising efforts through storytelling
Establishing a direct and personal connection between giving and payoff is a sure way to boost giving.
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Gordon Gee: For higher ed to survive, we've got to 'blow up the box'
The legendary higher ed leader says a complete reorganization of the way leaders approach the job will be needed to move the needle forward for the American economy.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Roger Riddell/Higher Ed Dive
Deep DiveHow can higher ed IT develop, maintain workforce diversity? [Educause 2017]
Two CIOs and a chief diversity officer discussed failures, successes and best practices on the path to a more inclusive environment.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2017 -
ED considers loan forgiveness for defrauded students
Negotiations are underway to determine how much protection defrauded student borrowers should have from the federal government in terms of student loan forgiveness.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How your institution can stay relevant as automation disrupts the industry
With automation soon replacing a significant portion of jobs, can higher ed maintain its business of preparing students for the workforce?
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 15, 2017
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